What is the cheapest way to get from Columbia to Lawrence?

The cheapest way to get from Columbia to Lawrence is to bus which costs $25 - $50 and takes 4h 30m.

What is the fastest way to get from Columbia to Lawrence?

The fastest way to get from Columbia to Lawrence is to drive which takes 2h 44m and costs $30 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Columbia and Lawrence?

No, there is no direct bus from Columbia to Lawrence. However, there are services departing from Columbia and arriving at Lawrence Bus Stop via Kansas City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 30m.

How far is it from Columbia to Lawrence?

The distance between Columbia and Lawrence is 169 miles. The road distance is 165.3 miles.

How do I travel from Columbia to Lawrence without a car?

The best way to get from Columbia to Lawrence without a car is to bus which takes 4h 30m and costs $25 - $50.

How long does it take to get from Columbia to Lawrence?

It takes approximately 4h 30m to get from Columbia to Lawrence, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Columbia to Lawrence bus from?

Columbia to Lawrence bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Columbia station.

Where does the Columbia to Lawrence bus arrive?

Columbia to Lawrence bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Kansas City Bus Station.

Can I drive from Columbia to Lawrence?

Yes, the driving distance between Columbia to Lawrence is 165 miles. It takes approximately 2h 44m to drive from Columbia to Lawrence.

How do I get a bus ticket from Columbia to Lawrence?

Book your Columbia to Lawrence bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Lawrence?

There are 39+ hotels available in Lawrence.

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There are 3 ways to get from Columbia to Lawrence by bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), taxi, train, or car

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1. Take the bus from Columbia to Kansas City Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0175s
2. Take the bus from Kansas City Bus Station to Lawrence Bus Stopbus Greyhound US1142 / ...
4h 30m
$25–48
Taxi, train
1. Take the taxi from Columbia to Jefferson City Stationtaxi
2. Take the train from Jefferson City Station to Kansas Citytrain
3. Take the train from Kansas City to Lawrence Amtrak Stationtrain
5h 56m
$185–282
Drive 164.4 mi
1. Drive from Columbia to Lawrencecar 164.4 mi
2h 44m
$30–44

Columbia to Lawrence by bus

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4h 30mAverage Duration

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Distance: 168.2 mi
Duration: 4h 30m

What companies run services between Columbia, MO, USA and Lawrence, KS, USA?

You can take a bus from Columbia to Lawrence Bus Stop via Kansas City Bus Station in around 4h 30m.

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